The K-SET Economics syllabus contains a broad range of topics that would give candidates an all-around understanding of economic theories, applications, and the Indian economy. It is designed to test knowledge in both fundamental and advanced areas in economics so that the candidates are well-equipped to teach at Karnataka universities. 

The syllabus includes Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, focusing on consumer behavior, production theories, market structures, national income, and inflation. These foundational topics help candidates understand the economic decision-making process on both individual and national levels. Public Economics is another essential area, covering taxation, public expenditure, and fiscal policy, which are critical for understanding government economic policies. 

International Economics and Development Economics also form part of the syllabus. International Economics covers trade theories, balance of payments, and exchange rate policies. Development Economics looks into poverty, inequality, and growth strategies. Indian Economy is a critical section where candidates study India's economic development, policies, and challenges that will provide context to apply economic theories practically. 

It includes Quantitative Methods, which are statistical techniques and econometrics, crucial for research and data analysis. A specific study plan on these aspects, supplemented by practice using past papers, will bolster the candidature of such individuals in terms of success on the K-SET Economics exam.